Module Descriptors
ADVANCED ENGINE DESIGN
MECH70414
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 7
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 50%
- EXAMINATION - UNSEEN IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS weighted at 50%
Module Details
Module Texts
Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines, Richard Stone, 1999, ISBN 0 333 74013 0
Advanced Engine Technology, Heinz Heisler, 1995 ISBN 0 340 56822 4
Internal Combustion Engines, John B. Heywood, 1988, ISBN: 9780071004992
Automotive Handbook (7th Edition), Bosch GmbH, 2007, ISBN: 978-0-7680-1953-7
Hydrogen and Other Alternative Fuels for Air and Ground Transportation, H W Pohl, 1995, ISBN: 0-471-95336-9
Thermofluids, K Sherwin & M Horsley, 1996, ISBN: 0-412-5900-0
Engineering Thermodynamics Work and Heat Transfer, G.F.C. Rogers and Y.R. Mayhew, 1992, ISBN: 0-582-045665
Thermodynamics, Combustion and Engines, Brian E Milton, 1995, ISBN: 0-412-53840-7
Design and Simulation of Two-Stroke Engines, G.P. Blair, 1996, ISBN: 978-1-56091-685-7
Design and Simulation of Four-Stroke Engines, G.P. Blair, 1999, ISBN: 0-7680-0440-3
Advanced Engine Technology, Heinz Heisler, 1995 ISBN 0 340 56822 4
Internal Combustion Engines, John B. Heywood, 1988, ISBN: 9780071004992
Automotive Handbook (7th Edition), Bosch GmbH, 2007, ISBN: 978-0-7680-1953-7
Hydrogen and Other Alternative Fuels for Air and Ground Transportation, H W Pohl, 1995, ISBN: 0-471-95336-9
Thermofluids, K Sherwin & M Horsley, 1996, ISBN: 0-412-5900-0
Engineering Thermodynamics Work and Heat Transfer, G.F.C. Rogers and Y.R. Mayhew, 1992, ISBN: 0-582-045665
Thermodynamics, Combustion and Engines, Brian E Milton, 1995, ISBN: 0-412-53840-7
Design and Simulation of Two-Stroke Engines, G.P. Blair, 1996, ISBN: 978-1-56091-685-7
Design and Simulation of Four-Stroke Engines, G.P. Blair, 1999, ISBN: 0-7680-0440-3
Module Special Admissions Requirements
None
Module Resources
PC based software, Pro Engineer solid modelling software, Ricardo WAVE Computational Fluid Dynamics software.
Module Additional Assessment Details
The assignment will involve a written report on the process and results of a Computational Fluid Dynamic analysis of an engine system will assess learning outcome 2 & 4
An examination (2 hours) - weighting 50% assessing learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3.
An examination (2 hours) - weighting 50% assessing learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3.
Module Indicative Content
Gain knowledge and understanding of the design of major engine components such as:
- Crankcase
- Crankshaft
- Combustion chamber
- Valve gear
Understand the supporting systems required to achieve efficient engine operation such as:
- Lubrication
- Cooling
- Fuelling
- Ignition & Timing
Discussion and analysis of emerging technologies including;
- State of the art fuel system technology
- Alternative fuel operation
- Advanced new concept developments
- Crankcase
- Crankshaft
- Combustion chamber
- Valve gear
Understand the supporting systems required to achieve efficient engine operation such as:
- Lubrication
- Cooling
- Fuelling
- Ignition & Timing
Discussion and analysis of emerging technologies including;
- State of the art fuel system technology
- Alternative fuel operation
- Advanced new concept developments
Module Learning Strategies
Lectures 24 hours
Tutorials 12 hours
Tutorials 12 hours